Physics - Waves - Introduction - Types of waves (transverse and longitudinal) - Transverse vs Longitudinal

A 4-step lesson. Step 1: 'Transverse waves: Particles vibrate PERPENDICULAR (at right angles) to the wave direction. Think: up-down while wave goes sideways.' Examples: water surface waves, light, waves on a string, electromagnetic waves. Step 2: 'Longitudinal waves: Particles vibrate PARALLEL (same

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Physics - Waves - Introduction - Types of waves (transverse and longitudinal) - Transverse vs Longitudinal

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A 4-step lesson. Step 1: 'Transverse waves: Particles vibrate PERPENDICULAR (at right angles) to the wave direction. Think: up-down while wave goes sideways.' Examples: water surface waves, light, waves on a string, electromagnetic waves. Step 2: 'Longitudinal waves: Particles vibrate PARALLEL (same

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